The London Lyceum

In this engaging discussion, Jennifer Frey, a Roman Catholic philosopher known for her expertise in moral psychology and Thomas Aquinas, delves into the intricacies of moral psychology. They explore neo-Aristotelian ethical naturalism and the essential role of virtues in achieving happiness. Frey shares her transformative journey toward embracing philosophy and Aquinas, while also examining the relationship between knowledge, desire, and moral failings. Listeners are encouraged to appreciate the connections between faith, reason, and moral understanding.

Jordan talks with Joel Settecase about apologetics. They cover topics like: What is the Think Insitute? What is apologetics? What are some views? What is your preferred approach? Is apologetics for everyone? Why should we all care about it? How can apologetics be relevant for kids? For parents? And more!Resources:1) The Worldview Legacy Podcast2) The ThinkSquad Community3) The Quest for Meekness, Matthew Henry Support the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan and Brandon talk with Chris Woznicki about TF Torrance. They cover topics like: Who is TF Torrance and why is he worth studying? What is Torrance's method when it comes to theological anthropology? What is the Fallen Human Nature debate and where/why does Torrance fall on it? What is the most interesting aspect of Torrance's metaphysics of human persons? What does Torrance take the image of God to be? And more!Resources:1) T. F. Torrance’s Christological Anthropology: Discerning Humanity in Christ, Chris Woznicki 2) T. F. Torrance: An Intellectual Biography, Alister McGrath3) How To Read T. F. Torrance: Understanding His Trinitarian and Scientific Theology, Elmer Colyer4) Thomas F. Torrance: Theologian of the Trinity, Paul Molnar5) The Mediation of Christ, T.F. TorranceSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan and Garrett talk with John Wilsey about American Exceptionalism. They cover topics like: What is American exceptionalism? How did it come about? What is the difference between religious and political nationalism? Has this played out differently among different American denominations? Have there been any common themes Why should Pastors care about these debates? Why should pastors care about history? And much more!Resources:1) American Exceptionalism and Civil Religion: Reassessing the History of an Idea, John Wilsey2) Redeemer Nation: The Idea of America's Millennial Role, Ernest Lee Tuveson3) Kingdom Coming: The Rise of Christian Nationalism, Michelle Goldberg4) Taking America Back for God: Christian Nationalism in the United States, Samuel Perry and Andrew Whitehead5) The Religion of American Greatness: What’s Wrong with Christian Nationalism, Paul D. Miller6) Biblical Patriotism: An Evangelical Alternative to Nationalism, Adam Wyatt7) Reclaiming Patriotism in an Age of Extremes, Steven Smith8) Abraham Lincoln: Redeemer President, Allen C. Guelzo Support the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan and Brandon host a roundtable event with Sam Renihan, Michael Beck, Guy Waters, and Stephen Wellum regarding covenant theology.Support the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan talks with Todd Hains about Martin Luther and the rule of faith. They cover topics like: You begin by saying the provocative phrasing of scripture against scripture. What does that mean? Does Luther reject the use of reason? Is it opposed to faith? How does Luther understand the literal meaning of the text of Scripture? What is the rule of faith/analogy of faith/analogy of Scripture? Are they the same thing? Different? Etc. And more!Resources:1) Martin Luther and the Rule of Faith: Reading God's Word for God's People, Todd Hains2) The Apostles' Creed: For All God's Children, Ben Myers3) The Lord's Prayer: For All God's Children, Herold SenkbeilSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan and Brandon talk with Ken Keathley about Molinism. They cover topics like: What is Molinism? What is the historical pedigree of Molinism? Who are the key proponents? Why would someone want to affirm Molinism? What are the key costs/benefits to Molinism? Does Molinism maintain libertarian free will? What is the Molinist Gunslinger objective and how do you overcome it? And more!Resources:1) Molinism: The Contemporary Debate, Ken PerszykSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan and Brandon talk with Gavin Ortlund about his new book. They cover topics like: What is the overall thesis of your book? Why write this? Why did you choose to focus on Christianity and naturalism? What is Pascals threefold order of apologetics and how can we appropriate it? What do you mean by approaching arguments in a narrative frame? What is so powerful about stories? And more!Resources:1. Why God Makes Sense in a World That Doesn't: The Beauty of Christian Theism, Gavin OrtlundSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan and Brandon talk with Jonathan Watson about his book on models of baptism, catechesis and communion. They cover topics like: What is baptism, catechesis and communion? What are the various models for how these relate? What is your preferred model and why? Which model deserves greater attention but has had the least popularity? What ways are there for Protestants (and Baptists) to think more deeply on this topic? What ways are there that they should change their practices? And more!Resources:Catechesis and Initiation in Church History*Cyril of Jerusalem, The Catechetical Lectures of S. Cyril, in Cyril of Jerusalem, Gregory Nazianzen, NPNF-II, vol. 7, ed. Philip Schaff, trans. Edwin Hamilton Gifford, 1–157 (Buffalo: Christian Literature, 1894; reprint, Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers 1994).Dujarier, Michael. A History of the Catechumenate: The First Six Centuries. Translated by Edward J. Haasl. New York: William H. Sadlier, 1979.Fisher, John D. C. Christian Initiation: Baptism in the Medieval West: A Study in the Disintegration of the Primitive Rite of Initiation. London: S.P.C.K., 1965.Johnson, Maxwell E. The Rites of Christian Initiation: Their Evolution and Interpretation, 2nd ed. Collegeville, MN: The Liturgical Press, 2007.*Packer, J. I. and Gary A. Parrett, Grounded in the Gospel: Building Believers the Old-Fashioned Way. Grand Rapids: Baker Books, 2010.*Pelikan, Jaroslav. Credo: Historical and Theological Guide to Creeds and Confessions of Faith in the Christian Tradition. New Haven: Yale University Press, 2003.Yarnold, Edward. The Awe-Inspiring Rites of Initiation: The Origins of the R.C.I.A., 2nd ed. (Collegeville: The Liturgical Press, 1994. Relating Credobaptism and CredocommunionHammett, John. 40 Questions about Baptism and the Lord's Supper. Grand Rapids: Kregel Academic, 2015.*Jamieson, Bobby. Going Public: Why Baptism is Required for Church Membership. Nashville: B&H Academic, 2015.Kimble, Jeremy. 40 Questions about Church Membership and Discipline. Grand Rapids: Kregel Academic, 2017.Vandiver, Dallas. Who Can Take the Lord's Supper?: A Biblical-Theological Argument for Close Communion (Monographs in Baptist History). Eugene, OR: Pickwick Publications, 2021. (This is on my reading list, but looks great!) PaedobaptismCullmann, Oscar. Baptism in the New Testament. Studies in Biblical Theology, 1st ser. 1. London: SCM Press Ltd, 1950.*Leithart, Peter J. Baptism: A Guide to Life from Death. Bellingham: Lexham Press, 2021. (Leithart also affirms paedocommunion)Trigg, Jonathan D. Baptism in the Theology of Martin Luther. New York: E. J. Brill, 1994. Paedocommunion*Gallant, Tim. Feed My Lambs. Grande Prairie, AB: Pactum Reformanda Pub, 2002.*Venema, Cornelius P. Children at the Lord’s Table: Assessing the Case of Paedocommunion. Grand Rapids: Reformation Heritage Books, 2009.Strawbridge, Gregg ed. The Case for Covenant Communion. Monroe, LA: Athanasius Press, 2006.Ware, Timothy. The Orthodox Way. Crestwood, NY: St. Vladimir’s Seminary Press, 1986.Support the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jordan and Brandon talk with Brian Orr about Evangelical Process Theology. They cover topics like what is evangelical process theology? When did this come on the scene? Why? Are there any denominations or confessional streams particularly susceptible to this? Why pick Thomas Oord as a key conversation partner? What are Oord's main contentions? Why is God essentially related in the way he thinks? Why is God's love understood in the way he explains it? What does essential kenosis mean? And more!Find out more from Brian Orr's BlogResources:1) A Classical Response to Relational Theism, Brian Orr 2) The Uncontrolling Love of God: An Open and Relational Account of Providence, Thomas Jay Oord3) God Can't: How to Believe in God and Love after Tragedy, Abuse, and Other Evils, Thomas Jay Oord4) A Christian Natural Theology, John B. Cobb5) Omnipotence and Other Theological Mistakes, Charles HartshorneSupport the showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy